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Fatso Jetson
Fatso Jetson formed in San Francisco in the early 1980s with Buddy Woodward on vocals, Tony Durado on guitar, Pete Koslow on bass, and Paul Ferguson on drums....
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Fatso Jetson formed in San Francisco in the early 1980s with Buddy Woodward on vocals, Tony Durado on guitar, Pete Koslow on bass, and Paul Ferguson on drums. They were part of that city's punk scene, playing fast and loud with Woodward's lyrics often touching on darker subjects. Their song 'Light Yourself On Fire' became particularly well-known, drawing attention for its confrontational title and themes.
Their music had a raw, distorted quality that fit the era, with tracks like 'Stranglers Blues' showing their straightforward punk approach. They put out a few albums in the 1980s, including 'Fatso Jetson' in 1982 and 'God's Kingdom' in 1985. Their live shows were reportedly chaotic, matching the energy of their recordings.
While they never achieved mainstream success, Fatso Jetson developed a reputation within punk circles for their uncompromising sound. Woodward's delivery and the band's relentless pace made them a distinct presence during that period in San Francisco.
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